Featured Artist
MOH FLOW
How did you first get into music?
As a young one, I gravitated to music watching my older brother A’Y independently make music for the better part of my childhood. As we got older, I started wanting to become a part of that circle and be respected or at least listened to. I focused on figuring out how to record myself, download beats online, and write songs from scratch. It started with a few covers of my favorite rappers (mostly Lupe Fiasco), then I slowly progressed to writing my own songs.
How would you describe the music that you make?
It’s hard for me to categorize the music that I make. Simply for the fact that I sing and I rap. I have touched on genres like hip-hop, R&B, EDM, house, Afro, and some of the sub-genres that exist under those. I like to make music from renewed emotions that I connect with.
Who are the artists, or people, who inspire you?
The thing about inspiration for me is that I don’t have to necessarily see somebody blaze a trail that I can relate to for them to inspire me. I see inspiration in anyone who has been able to utilize very little to build a movement or something of value.
What are your latest musical accomplishments?
My perspective on accomplishments, in general, has changed over time. I’ve gotten the virtual head nod from a lot of artists I’ve looked up to since being a kid, I’ve opened up for legendary artists, and I’ve collaborated with some of my favorite brands along my journey. Aside from all of that, I’m most proud of keeping my catalogue somewhat relevant through the saturation of music online. I’m most proud of my core base of listeners. At the end of the day, we want our art to be listened to as far and wide as humanly possible.
What is your creative process like? Has it changed since the pandemic?
My creative process has always been an isolated one. I like to create in a very centered space and rarely go out of my comfort zone to create. I work with my production team, and I think we have solidified a process, or a few iterations of our process, that always helps us produce rec-ords that we can pitch in creatively on.
Where have you performed? What was your favourite venue to perform at?
I’ve been blessed with a lot of moments on monumental stages. I’ve enjoyed every show from the arenas to the low-ceiling venues. SOB’s, Sole DXB, and Du Arena would have to be in my top 5.
Where have you performed? What was your favourite venue to perform at?
I’ve been blessed with a lot of moments on monumental stages. I’ve enjoyed every show from the arenas to the low-ceiling venues. SOB’s, Sole DXB, and Du Arena would have to be in my top 5.
What are your latest releases? What is the story behind them?
Coming off of my last project, ‘Faith,’ which was more of an R&B effort, I wanted to go into an un-filtered space. During the pandemic, I was leaning toward a particular style of instrumentation concept. I was in the mental space to vent, so I used these records to touch on recent real-life situations on top of aggressive drums and spacey melodies. Records like ‘Til Infinity’ & ‘Wave’ were the hero records for me, while ‘Level Up’ & ‘Ghost’ may be the people’s favorites. But on top of those four releases, I released a 2-pack of records called ‘Take’ & ‘Revenge.’
Which one of these releases is your favourite and why?
My favorite would always be ‘Til Infinity.’ Everything about this record represents the last 18 months of my life. I love these records because they represent a moment in time for me. TI rep-resented a jaded and frustrated side of me that I could only vent about on these records. Speak-ing my truth in the music is the only reason these records mean anything to me.
Are you working with any other artists right now?
I’ve got some music coming with Ayo Wani, Menon, Omar Basaad, Narcy, and a couple of other artists that I love!
What is an average day like for you?
My day-to-day life revolves around running Hrmny, a creative agency I co-founded with Majeed (Jeed) and Ayham (A’Y) in 2017. That’s my everyday focus during working hours and beyond. I dedicate time for my craft, and everything that comes with it, when the sun comes down. I’m generally more in tune with music at a later part of my day. I also play a lot of basketball; you could find me on a court in Dubai on any given weeknight.
What does your involvement in Regional Artist Spotlight mean to you?
I’m humbled to be a part of this community of creatives, and I look forward to discovering more artists through this platform. The more outlets the kids see, the more art they will make. I just want more kids that look and speak like me to tell their stories through art.
What is your top 5 after-party playlist?
- Baby Keem – No Sense
- Brockhampton – Bank Roll (ft. ASAP Rocky & ASAP Ferg)
- Preme & PARTYNEXTDOOR – Can’t Hang
- Saint JHN – Time for Demons
- Scribz Riley – On My Sleeve (ft. Kaash Paige)